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Equities hit by us interest rate speculation again
Business, Published on 05/09/2016
» Recap: Higher prospects for a US interest rate increase this year roiled global stock markets last week before the release of tepid job data on Friday weakened the case for any change. The Thai bourse faced selling pressure on Friday as investors cashed out for fear that capital inflows to Thailand would reverse, as has been seen in some other markets in Southeast Asia.
Managers also to blame for poor team performance
Business, Kriengsak Niratpattanasai, Published on 05/09/2016
» When teams are not performing well, many managers believe the cause is the poor performers under them. That might be partially true, but from my experience, most managers are also a major source of the problem. Here are common mistakes made by managers:
Thai AirAsia X delivers Q2 upturn
Business, Boonsong Kositchotethana, Published on 01/09/2016
» Budget long-haul carrier Thai AirAsia X (TAAX) reported an improvement in performance in the second quarter.
Appeal of Hua Hin undimmed
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 29/08/2016
» The deadly bomb blast in Hua Hin in mid-August worried some couples planning destination weddings in Thailand, but most view the incident as an isolated occurrence that will not have a long-term impact.
TPP dividend foreseen
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/08/2016
» The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the gigantic free-trade agreement signed by 12 countries including the United States, has brightened the outlook of American businesses in Southeast Asia as they expect it to spur more US trade and investment in the region.
Becoming a more self-aware CEO
Business, Kriengsak Niratpattanasai, Published on 29/08/2016
» CEOs are usually smart people who are very good when it comes to business skills. But many lack self-awareness, stemming from a misunderstanding of intent and impact.
NokScoot boosts fleet with eye on India
Business, Boonsong Kositchotethana, Published on 27/08/2016
» NokScoot is set to strengthen its fleet and support its growth plan with the acquisition of seven more wide-body jets.
Business model innovation: It's all about the money
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 21/07/2016
» Last month, I presented a research paper on business model innovation at a conference of the International Society of Professional Innovation Management in Porto, Portugal. Today, let's discuss what business model innovation means and why it's valuable, then look at examples of "classic" innovative business models before exploring real-life applications.
Managing people better by relating to their personal styles
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 07/07/2016
» Managing people in the modern globalised workplace is like herding cats. Managers need to effectively relate to people's unique personal styles and to different cultural, educational and generational backgrounds. That's easier said than done. But what if there were a tool to help managers better understand the individual styles of their team members?
Breath of Life
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 04/07/2016
» The floor of the spacious Shangri-La Suite is neatly covered with large expanses of soft white cloth. All of the furniture except one sofa and few chairs are being removed to make room for dozens of devotees here to catch a glimpse of their Avatar.